Those who gave eulogies spoke of Debbie as a hard-working businesswoman who adored her grandsons, threw elegant parties and "never met a charity she didn't like."

Her halo and wings surely have beads, one man quipped. Dr. Rivera, the man said, must be making house calls in heaven.

Hector was a gregarious man from Puerto Rico who would dance whenever Latino music played.

Hector always had to be different, said friend Dr. Jay Garcia. While in Switzerland, at an Italian restaurant, Hector ordered the seven-fish dinner.

It came to the table with seven whole fish — scales, eyes and all.

Laughter offered relief.

After a nearly two-hour service Monday, the crowd recessed as a pianist played On Eagles' Wings.

Outside, two hearses waited.

White for Debbie, black for Hector.

Times staff writer Amy Scherzer contributed to this report. Jessica Vander Velde can be reached at jvandervelde@tampabay.com or (813) 226-3433.

Statement from Hector Rivera Jr. and close friends Jay and Lorraine Garcia:

"It goes without saying, the tragic news surrounding the senseless deaths of Hector and Debra Rivera has their family and closest friends in a state of despair and shock.

"The nature of this crime has understandably brought about an enormous amount of media coverage as well as a desire to obtain a public comment from those individuals who the Riveras trusted and considered family.

"At this time, the family requests the privacy and respect they deserve from the media and the public so they can protect the Riveras' children and grandchildren from further grief and stress.

"They are grateful to local law enforcement agencies for their efficiency in making an arrest and for handling this tragedy with the utmost care. As this is an open, criminal investigation, the immediate family of the Riveras will remain silent so as to not interfere with the justice system at work. Thank you for your understanding."